GARMENT CARE TIPS

 

Proper garment care does not actually take more time or effort. In fact, it will help save you time and money. Each type of fabric requires a different type of maintenance. We've put together a few guidelines to help you care for your new purchase. Below are general recommendations on how to take care of your garments.

 

Wash mindfully

Wash colors separately

Use a laundry bag

Wash at low temperatures

Iron at low temperatures and on the reverse side

Skip the dryer 

Do not bleach 

Acetate

Dry clean, gentle machine wash or hand wash separately in cool water. Do not twist, wring or tumble dry. Use warm iron on the reverse side.

Chiffon / Georgette

Gentle hand wash with cool water. Air dry. Avoid direct sunlight.

Cotton

Dry clean or machine wash in cool water. Line or tumble dry. Use warm iron on the reverse side.

Jacquards / Laces

Dry clean only.  Use low heat iron on the reverse side with a press cloth.

Linen

Hand wash or gentle machine wash in cool water. Do not wring. Tumble dry on a cool setting or dry in shade. Use warm iron.

Nylon / Polyester

Dry clean or machine wash in cold water. Tumble dry on low temperature. Use low heat iron.

Rayon / Viscose

Dry clean, machine wash or hand wash in cool water. Do not twist or wring. Use warm iron on the reverse side.

Silk / Satin

Dry clean only. Do not tumble dry. Drip dry or dry on a flat surface. Use warm iron on the reverse side with a press cloth. Avoid direct sunlight. Do not use perfume directly on the garment.

Tencel / Lyocell

Dry clean or machine wash in cold water. Tumble dry on low temperature. Use low heat iron.

Triacetate

Dry clean, machine wash or hand wash in cool water. Do not twist or wring. Use warm iron on the reverse side.

Velvet

Dry clean only. Do not spot clean. Use low heat iron on the reverse side.

Wool / Merino / Cashmere

Hand wash in cold water. Air dry in shade on a flat surface. Use low heat iron on the reverse side with a press cloth.